April showers bring May flowers. Yes, I have seen a whole lot of rain this past month, so I'm very excited to welcome May and see all the gorgeous flowers blooming. Fresh flowers are one of my favorite things. In fact, this year one of my goals is to always have fresh flowers in my home. I have so many beautiful vases, and it's time to put them to good use! Flowers from florists can be expensive though, so of course we want them to live as long as possible. I decided to get some tips straight from a florist to find out how to make fresh flowers last longer. Alberta Fowler was a florist for Continue Reading
10 Ways to be the Hostess with the Mostest
Being a great hostess is very important to me. I love having people come to visit, and I want to make sure I do whatever I can to make them feel welcome, comfortable, and at home. Oftentimes, it's just about putting yourself in your visitor's place. If you were the guest, what would make you feel more at ease while visiting? Here are the ways I make sure I'm the hostess with the mostest. 10 Tips for Being a Great Hostess 1. Soft, clean towels. When your guests wake up in the morning, they don't want to go chasing down a towel to use after they shower. Instead, keep soft, clean towels Continue Reading